Heterostichus rostratus Girard, 1854

Description


Taxonomic Hierarchy


Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Chordata

Class: Teleostei

Order: Blenniiformes

Family: Clinidae

Genus: Heterostichus

Species: Heterostichus rostratus Girard, 1854

Climate Zone


  • Subtropical
  • Location


    Biology


    Occurs in intertidal and to 40 m (Ref. 96339). Found among rocks with large seaweeds, often in kelp. Young occur in schools while adults are solitary. Feeds on small crustaceans, mollusks and small fishes. Female attaches eggs to seaweeds, male guards them.

    Habitat


    demersal